International Incidents Best MT Roleplayer Tournament
This tournament, largely inspired by Jenrak's Regional Tournament, is designed to pit the very best MT roleplayers against each other, to see who in fact many people believe to be the best of the very best. Nations will be voted on based on their body of work, their name recognition, and their usage of the modern tech setting for their roleplays.
The Voting Process
For the First Round, voting will be done via ballots similar to the Preliminary Tournament. You will post your ballot on the thread using the pre-configured form provided. This form will be used during the preliminary rounds, so please be cognizant of filling out your ballots correctly the first time. Because of the nature of the tournament, the process will be open longer than the preceding prelim rounds were. Also, if a tournament nation wishes to withdraw from the competition, votes will be disregarded, and their opponent nation will continue on in the brackets, just like the previous rounds.
Here are the first round match-ups, determined by random drawing...
Cyrupe vs. Leistung
Cyrupe is a 2010 nation from Azhukali, while Leistung is a 2009 nation, settled in the Tarquinia Region. Both areas are home to some of the most respected nations in all of NationStates, and so this match-up should come down to who can rally the most support from their respective regions.
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Grand World Order vs. The Scandinvans
The Grand World Order is a proud fascist nation, while the Scandinvans is a slave state fueled by ultra-religious devotion. Both nations have come under fire in recent months for their practices, which should make this knock-down, drag-out affair between two of the heavy hitters a treat to watch unfold!
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Lamoni vs. New Nicksyllvania
An interesting clash of styles is present in our third match, as popular designer and Economic powerhouse Lamoni takes on the always-entertaining New Nicksyllvania. These two nations are very familiar to the general roleplaying population, so this should be an even-money match.
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Kraven vs. Anagonia-Yohannes
For the money, one of the most anticipated matches in the first round. Kraven has established a reputation as one of the most feared nations in all of the game, MT or otherwise, while the merged Anagonia-Yohannes has set the standard for creativity and presence over the last few months. If ever there were a match-up worthy of main event billing, this is it.
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Abruzi vs. Rethan
Abruzi is a Gholgoth nation, and one of the strongest products produced by the former superstate alliance known as the Conglomerate. His fellow Conglomerate mate Rethan confronts him in the first round, having established himself as one of the premier writers in that illustrious organization. The Conglomerate explodes in this one!
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Automagfreek vs. Amerika
Automagfreek, the most recognizable nation of Gholgoth, is one of the most famous nations in all of International Incidents, having never lost a war in which he had participated in. Amerika, meanwhile, is a strong member of Rostil, and has become one of the more consistent writers in the game. This one will be tighter than most anticipate.
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Birkaine vs. The Western Russians
Rostil's Birkaine takes on Guanxi's Western Russians (Siberia) in this interesting pairing. Birkaine has developed a reputation as an astute writer, handling himself exceptionally throughout a variety of situations. The Western Russians, meanwhile, has made a quick impression as a fearless writer, taking on Kraven, Automagfreek, New Azura, and Crimmond at the same time.
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Lyras vs. Questers
Two of the most popular, respected, and well-regarded military nations in all of NationStates collide in one of the closest first-round matches of the tournament. Lyras is well known for his work in Global Economics & Trade, producing some of the most respected military hardware available. Questers is considered his main competition, setting the standard for maritime technology. Both nations are astounding RPers, and this match may be decided by the final vote cast.
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Milograd vs. Van Luxemburg
One of the more interesting matches to have been drawn in the first round pits the newcomer Milograd against the more experienced Van Luxemburg. Milograd is one of the most promising new roleplayers of the past year, having made an indelible mark on the boards in such a short amount of time. Van Luxemburg was one of the most nominated nations early on, and for good reason: Van Luxemburg is one of the best 2009 nations active in the game.
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Estainia vs. Allanea
Two powerhouse nations collide in this epic encounter. Estainia is one of the big roleplaying giants in the Rostil region, while Allanea has made his mark on the boards through his leadership of CAPINTERN. Both nations carry reputations with them in this major match up, so the voting should be an interesting trend to follow here.
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Grays Harbor vs. Layarteb
A unique match up to be sure, Grays Harbor is one of the oldest nations on the boards, and is by far the most in depth and creative mind to come down the line. His factbooking and his roleplays are exceptionally done. Confronting him is nominee Layarteb, who enjoyed wide support during the nomination process. Can Layarteb overcome the experience of Grays Harbor?
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Jenrak vs. Oseato
This match was predetermined by nominations and by the preliminary tournament. Therefore, one may argue that these two nations have had the most impressive run leading up to the tournament. Jenrak scored more nominations than any other nation in the field, for good reason: no other nation conveys the same level of respect, fear, and admiration than Jenrak does. Comparatively, Oseato is a widely known and honored nation that burned through the competition with relative ease in the Preliminary Tournament. It's Conglomerate vs. ODECON, one time for all time in this highly anticipated showdown!
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- Deus - vs. Waldenburg 2
Another fine match pits the enigmatic -Deus- with Waldenburg 2. -Deus- is a young nation on the scene, but has already become one of the most recognizable new nations on the board. Waldenburg 2 is an older nation, and enjoyed wide support during the nomination process. Both nations qualified for the tournament on their own merits, and both nations will be very competitive in this field.
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Shazbotdom vs. Greater Tezdrian
Shazbotdom and GT compete in a heavyweight showdown near the end of the first round. Shaz is one of the most respected writers in the top circles of the game, and has proven his mettle time and time again. Greater Tezdrian, meanwhile, is one of the most recognizable faces in the game, and hasn't shied away from conflict in the past. Both nations are very popular, and will have very high vote totals before all is said and done.
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Kalasparata vs. Belkaland
A tale of two nations here, as Kalasparata enjoyed a ton of third-party support in his run up to the tournament. Belkaland flew under the radar for the most part, but his strong work ethic and his favorable reputation amongst a majority of the players helped ensure his spot here in the tournament. This one could be a fascinating race to watch.
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Ustio North vs. New Azura
Two of the founding members of the Incursus Organization clash in the final first round match. Ustio North (aka Ozymos) has become one of the most respected roleplaying figures in the game, having earned a reputation as a solid writer and an exceptional strategist during his time in the Conglomerate. New Azura, meanwhile, made a name for himself in the Conglomerate, and has advanced quickly to become a well-known roleplayer on the boards. Two allies will collie in this one, guaranteed.
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